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Identification of Benzyl alcohol
Benzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol with the formula C6H5CH2OH. The benzyl group is often
abbreviated "Bn" (not to be confused with "Bz" which is used for...
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Identification of Benzyl alcohol
Benzyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol with the formula C6H5CH2OH. The benzyl group is often
abbreviated "Bn" (not to be confused with "Bz" which is used for benzoyl), thus benzyl alcohol is
denoted as BnOH. Benzyl alcohol is a colorless liquid with a mild pleasant aromatic odor. It is a
useful solvent due to its polarity, low toxicity, and low vapor pressure. Benzyl alcohol is partially
soluble in water (4 g/100 mL) and completely miscible in alcohols and diethyl ether.
Benzyl alcohol also works as an anesthetic, so it is sometimes added to formulas that relieve
itching, especially eye products. Most of the time, you’ll find this ingredient in bath products,
soaps and detergents, eye makeup, blushes, cleansing products, shaving products, makeup, and
blush, as well as in hair, nail, and other skin care products.
Name:Benzyl alcohol
EINECS:202-859-9
Molecular Formula:C7H8O
CAS Registry Numbe
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